Words from the Wardrobe
A blog about translation, languages and culture tailored to ensure that your strategy really works in your target countries.
Content Marketing in Spanish. When and How?
Content Marketing is a must for 95% of digital businesses worldwide: It helps raise brand awareness. It helps drive traffic to your site. It positions your company as an expert in your field. Planning a… leer más
Why I became a Translator not an Interpreter
Have you ever wondered about the differences between translation and interpreting? In this blog post, I share personal experience of why I chose to become a translator instead of an interpreter. I explain the unique skills required for each profession, the importance of proper training and preparation, and the potential cost of language mistakes. Read on to gain insights into the language industry and the benefits of hiring professional translators and interpreters.
International Cheese Day: Spain’s Finest
Introduction It’s that time of the year again – International Cheese Day. International Cheese Day is an opportunity to enjoy delicious cheeses and learn about cheese production’s rich history, cultural significance, and craftsmanship. It encourages… leer más
Translations for Sports
This weekend it’s the third El Clásico of the season. ⚽️ El Clásico is the name of any football match between rivals FC Barcelona and Real Madrid. Initially referring to competitions held in the Spanish… leer más
Transliteration
Transliteration is a localization technique converting words or phrases from one writing system to another. It is often used when adapting content from one language to another, typically when translating from a source language that… leer más
4 Terms in Translation (that need to go!)
Words can influence our perception of certain concepts and there are terms in translation that I believe need to go. This year, I posted on LinkedIn about terms we should stop using to improve our… leer más
The Three Wise Men in Spain
In Spain, it’s not Santa Claus that brings the gifts; those come from the Three Wise Men on the 6th of January. Unlike the UK, for Spanish people, Christmas kicks off on the 25th of… leer más
Career options for translators
I thought it would be valuable to update a 2017 post and examine translators’ career options, including looking opportunities in new fields that were not that popular by then, like Natural Language Processing and Forensic… leer más